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HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday:
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday:
12:00 PM to 8:00 PM - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - CURBSIDE PICKUP SERVICES:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday:
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday:
1:00 PM to 7:00 PM * COMPUTER, PRINTING, AND FAXING SERVICES END 10 MINUTES BEFORE CLOSING. * |
* MONDAY, JANUARY 2ND NEW YEAR'S DAY (OBSERVED) |
* MONDAY, JANUARY 16TH MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY |
* MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH PRESIDENTS' DAY |
Registering for Programs:
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR MOST PROGRAMS! - Visit our website at schillerparklibrary.org or call 847-678-0433 to register.
- Email registration is not permitted.
- Programs may be cancelled due to minimal registration.
- The cut-off date for registration is 2 days prior to each program.
- Activities are free, but seating and supplies are first come, first served!
- Due to instructional reasons, select programs will be closed 5 minutes after beginning.
- Participants arriving late will not be admitted!
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DAVE HERZOG'S MARIONETTES PRESENTS: THE SNOW SHOW
SATURDAY, JANUARY 21ST @ 11:00 AM. OPEN TO ALL AGES.
Join Miss Pinky as she puts on her new snow suite to join
her friends for a fantastically fun day playing in the snow. You’ll meet Fritzy and Fiona, the adorable twin baby penguins on their teeter totter; Ethel the Gooney Bird, Pastafazool the Polar Bear enjoying a teddy bears' picnic; Hans and Hannah the Dutch figure skaters, Jack Frost on the flying trapeze, and many more in this marvelous musical marionette variety show performed by master puppeteer Dave Herzog. |
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DAN GOGH'S MAGIC AND ART SHOW
SATURDAY, MARCH 18TH @ 11:00 AM. OPEN TO ALL AGES.
Artist and magician Dan Gogh uses comedy, magic,
and art to unlock the mystery of creativity.
Prepare to be amazed, inspired, and laugh all the way as you join us on this one-of-a-kind journey! |
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LOTERÍA AT THE LIBRARY TUESDAY, JANUARY 10TH @ 4:00 PM
& TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH @ 4:00 PM
LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Join us for a family-friendly game of Lotería
(similar to bingo) and win prizes! |
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MOVIE AFTERNOON SATURDAY, JANUARY 28TH @ 1:00 PM
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18TH @ 1:00 PM
& SATURDAY, MARCH 25TH @ 1:00 PM
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Join the library and enjoy a newer released movie.
B.Y.O.S. – Bring Your Own Snacks!
*TIMES POSTED AND MOVIE RATINGS MAY VARY.*
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FAMILY BINGO
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND @ 4:00 PM
& THURSDAY, MARCH 23RD @ 4:00 PM LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join the library to play a fun game of bingo! Win a game and pick a prize! |
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PRE-CIVIL WAR QUILTS: SECRET CODES TO FREEDOM ON THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH @ 11:00 AM
OPEN TO AGES 18+.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
This historical presentation, Pre-Civil War Quilts:
Their Secret Codes to Freedom on the Underground Railroad™, is based upon Connie Martin’s mother’s book: Lizzie’s Story: A Slave Family’s Journey to Freedom by Dr. Clarice Boswell. Connie Martin tells the history of the Underground Railroad, safe routes used from South to North, and stories of how the quilt codes, their meanings, and knowledge of key abolitionists that have been passed down to her, a sixth-generation descendant of captured slaves forced into slavery in America. |
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TEENS PAGE AND NEWSLETTER Check out our Teens Page and subscribe to our Teens Newsletter for recommendations on bestselling YA books, anime/manga, and even video games! Visit the page at schillerparklibrary.org/kids/teens for more information! |
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TEEN TIE-DYE
THURSDAY, JANUARY 19TH @ 4:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 11 - 17. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Create a cool winter tie-dye bag, chill and enjoy snacks! Supplies will be provided. |
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TINY ART SHOW KIT MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH – TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH
OPEN TO AGES 13+.
1 PER PARTICIPANT.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
Create a tiny masterpiece!
Each kit has a tiny canvas, paint, and paintbrushes.
Participants' work will be invited to be displayed at the library until March 18th. |
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TEEN GAMING
THURSDAY, MARCH 9TH @ 4:00 PM GAME: Super Smash Bros.
OPEN TO AGES 12 – 17.
LIMITED SEATING.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Join the library for some gaming fun and snacks!
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TEEN WII BOWLING
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH @ 4:00 PM
OPEN TO AGES 12 – 17.
LIMITED SEATING.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Strike up some fun at the library with
games, music and snacks! |
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WII BOWLING FOR SENIORS
THURSDAY, JANUARY 12TH @ 1:00 PM, THUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH @ 1:00 PM,
& THURSDAY, MARCH 16TH @ 1:00 PM AGES 62+.
LIMITED SEATING.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Join in the excitement of Wii Bowling,
a virtual bowling game – without the retro shoes or heavy ball! * This program is presented in partnership with the Schiller Park Recreation Department and the Schiller Park Public Library. * |
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DIGITAL EMAIL CLUTTER SATURDAY, JANUARY 7TH @ 10:00 AM
OPEN TO AGES 18+.
LIMITED SEATING.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
SCHILLER PARK RESIDENTS ONLY.
This course presents assistance on organizing and decluttering your email inbox, digital photos, files, and calendar.
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YARN CRAFTING MONDAY, JANUARY 30TH @ 11:00 AM, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27TH @ 11:00 AM,
& MONDAY, MARCH 27TH @ 11:00 AM
OPEN TO AGES 18+.
Bring your knitting and crochet projects and join others! Work on your current project and share tips, ideas, and patterns. All levels of experience are welcome. Light refreshments provided. |
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ADULT CRAFT N' CREATIONS
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23RD @ 4:00 PM & THURSDAY, MARCH 30TH @ 4:00 PM
OPEN TO AGES 18 & UP.
LIMITED SEATING.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Join us in creating a festive monthly craft!
Stay and craft, or take and go!
Supplies will be provided by the library. |
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LIBRARY 101 - TECH HELP SATURDAY, MARCH 11TH @ 10:00 AM
OPEN TO AGES 18+.
LIMITED SEATING.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
SCHILLER PARK RESIDENTS ONLY.
This course is an introduction to digital resources available at the library such as Infobase Learning Cloud, Libby,
Universal Class and more. |
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SCHILLER PARK YOUNG AUTHORS PROJECT
Children are invited to write and illustrate a picture book to add to the library collection! Visit our website at schillerparklibrary.org for detailed submission information. See your book come to life!
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ABC'S GRAB & GO CRAFT KITS OPEN TO AGES 1 - 4.
ONE PER PARTICIPANT.
WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
Go on an alphabet adventure with a weekly ABC Letter series! Each kit is a new letter and includes a ready-to-assemble craft to help children learn the ABCs!
Come back each week for a new letter! |
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DO YOU WANT TO BUILD A SNOWMAN?
TUESDAY, JANUARY 3RD - FRIDAY, JANUARY 6TH OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12.
WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
A snowman came inside the library to warm up and lost his hat, nose, buttons and needs help finding them!
Visit Children’s World to help put together a snowman.
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FROSTY KIT MAKE & DISPLAY
MONDAY, JANUARY 9TH - TUESDAY, JANUARY 31ST
OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12.
1 PER PARTICIPANT.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
Each kit consists of a snowman body, paint, and paintbrushes. Create a whimsical snowman and then return it to the
library to be included in our display until February 11th. |
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LEGO CLUB TUESDAY, JANUARY 17TH @ 4:00 PM TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH @ 4:00 PM,
& TUESDAY, MARCH 14TH @ 4:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 3 - 12.
LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Bring your imagination and join the library for
a fun building challenge! LEGOs provided. |
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TOT STAY & PLAY MONDAY, JANUARY 23RD @ 11:00 AM, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH @ 11:00 AM, & MONDAY, MARCH 13TH @ 11:00 AM OPEN TO AGES 1 - 4.
Babies, toddlers, and caregivers can enjoy fun songs,
short stories, and free play after each session! |
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POLISH STORYTIME
TUESDAY, JANUARY 24TH @ 4:00 PM, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST @ 4:00 PM,
& TUESDAY, MARCH 21ST @ 4:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12.
LIMITED SEATING.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Enjoy a variety of stories in Polish!
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VALENTINES FOR SENIORS THURSDAY, JANUARY 26TH @ 4:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Create a Valentine's Day Card for one of Schiller Park's senior citizens! Supplies will be provided by the library. |
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CHILDREN'S WORLD STORYTIME TUESDAY, JANUARY 31ST
(Winter Wonderland) @ 4:00 PM,
& TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH
(Dr. Seuss) @ 4:00 PM
OPEN TO AGES AGE 2 - 12.
LIMITED SEATING.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Families are welcome to join the library for
a set of themed stories followed by a craft! |
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KIDS' STEM LAB
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH @ 4:00 PM
OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12.
LIMITED SEATING.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Kids will enjoy a fun, hands-on activity
based on S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology,
Engineering, Art & Math) concepts.
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SPANISH STORYTIME TUESDAY, MARCH 7TH @ 4:00 PM
OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12.
LIMITED SEATING.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Join us for bilingual storytime
with stories in English and Spanish! |
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LITTLE CRAFTERS TIME
THURSDAY, MARCH 16TH @ 4:00 PM
OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12.
LIMITED SEATING.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Come get creative with a seasonal craft!
Stay and craft or take and go. |
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PHOTO DISCLAIMER: * THE LIBRARY MAY TAKE PHOTOS OF LIBRARY PATRONS FOR USE IN LIBRARY PUBLICITY (WEBSITE, SOCIAL MEDIA, NEWSLETTERS, ETC.). PARTICIPANTS ARE NOT IDENTIFIED WITHOUT THEIR PERMISSION. PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE PHOTOGRAPHED OR DO NOT WANT YOUR CHILD PHOTOGRAPHED. * |
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ENGLISH: View the Schiller Park Public Library website and events in English, Polish, and Spanish. Look for the Google logo in the upper right hand corner of our website: schillerparklibrary.org. |
POLISH: Zobacz stronę internetową Biblioteki Publicznej Schiller Park i wydarzenia w językyu polskim Poszukaj logo Google w prawym górnym rogu naszej strony: schillerparklibrary.org. |
SPANISH: Vea el sitio web de la Biblioteca Pública de Schiller Park y eventos en español. Busque el logotipo de Google en la esquina superior derecha de nuestro sitio web: schillerparklibrary.org. |
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